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There is something extra special about Greece over the Easter period, with so many religious festivities taking place and centuries-old traditions and customs coming to life during Greek Orthodox Easter. Holy Week is one of the country’s greatest celebrations, commemorating the Passion of Christ and celebrating His Resurrection on Easter Sunday. Here is our pick of the Top 5 destinations to …
On March 27th 2019 Port authorities on Zakynthos completely prohibited access to the famous beach “until further notice”. The decision prohibits the approach and mooring of all floating means as well as swimming in the area. Those violating the ban will face penalties. Local authorities expressed concern whether the spectacular beach that attracts thousands of visiotrs every year, will be …
Depending on the final decision of the Port Authority of Zakynthos one of the most Instagrammed beached in the world, shipwreck beach might be off-limits to the public this sailing season in Greece. The Port Authority of Zakynthos has prohibited access to the world-famous Navagio beach after a landslide last fall injured seven people. Also known as shipwreck beach, Navagio is one of the most visited and …
The Greek islands offer Mediterranean turquoise waters, endless sandy beaches, golden sunshine, traditional accommodation, and mouth-watering fresh seafood. Greece has over 5,000 islands and islets giving you a lot of options for your next vacation. Out of all the stunning Greek Islands, here are five that will make your heart skip a beat with their outstanding scenery. Milos Unlike most of the …
The country has made the list of the 20 safest destination countries in the mind of global outbound travellers and according to Freitag, the country can take a lot of advantage from that. “The forecast this year for Greece is good because it is seen as a safe and wonderful place, an ideal holiday country with a fantastic climate,” he told GTP Headlines on …
With so many islands to choose from and even more beaches to check-out, we are always willing to share one more list announcing “the best beaches” in Greece. The world’s leading travel platform TripAdvisor has just announced the 10 best Greek beaches according to the 2019 Travelers’ Choice Awards, based on reviews by millions of travelers! 1.Balos Lagoon | Kissamos, Greece Turquoise …
In Greece, well-being has a long history. The thermal springs of Greece have alleviated ailments, revitalised and relaxed body and soul for centuries. There are 20 recognised thermal springs in Greece. Here is a pick of the best. 1. Edipsos, Evia The oldest spa in Greece, Edipsos is mentioned in the works of Aristotle and Plutarch. It is possible to …
Discover Greece have released their latest video promoting the country as a tourism destination. The project is part of a new campaign launched by Marketing Greece, a tourism marketing organization founded by the Association of Greek Tourism Enterprises (SETE). Organizers hope to engage social media users with the hashtags #OhMyGreece and #unlockthefeeling
If sailing the blue seas of the Mediterranean sea and specifically Greece is no longer enough, maybe you are in need of your own private hideaway. Now that many of us in the northern hemisphere are beginning to tire of the bleak white/gray/black palette of winter, here comes some great news. You do not have to be a billionaire to …
When sailing around with my guests in Greece I get many questions about the drystone walls that are a very common sight on the Greek islands. The local names for them vary from region to region, but Greece’s drystone walls all share common elements. These masterpieces of folk architecture, crafted using the simplest of materials, invariably enrich the environment, turning …
Four Ionian islands have won approval for the construction of water airports following an announcement by the Ionian Islands Regional Council. Specifically, the Council approved the sum of 560,000 euros in funding for the construction of water airports in Lefkada, Meganisi, Kefalonia, and Ithaca, during an extraordinary meeting that took place on Monday. The approval came in the wake of …
If you are pondering a vacation in Greece this summer, wait no longer. Greece has so many diverse aspects that provides something for everyone to enjoy. Whether you are a history buff, or prefer a quiet vacation lounging on the beach or maybe you are looking for an alternative extreme sport-filled vacation — whatever your pleasure, Greece is sure to …
